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JUST IN: Peter Obi, Gani Adams Meet In Lagos

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3 years ago

February 13, 2023

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Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi on Monday met with the Aare Onakakanfo of Yoruba land, Iba Gani Adams in Lagos.

The former Anambra governor presented his blueprint to the traditional leader at the latter’s residence in Omole Phase 2.

Obi, who confirmed he has embraced restructuring, said his plans on the economy, tourism, security and agriculture, among others, remain pivotal to pulling the nation out of the political quagmire.

He submitted that the agenda of his administration was all-inclusive, with a prominent focus on the unity of Nigeria as well as a robust economy.

The frontrunner highlighted the economic potentials of the Northern and Southern regions, noting that his visit to Adams was part of the ongoing consultations.

Obi said prominent leaders like former president Olusegun Obasanjo, Pa Ayo Adebanjo and Chief Edwin Clark would not be supporting his ambition if it were about money.

“There are others who can give billions to the elders and leaders, but I have no money to give. I have a strong desire to change the country,” he stated.

The LP flagbearer restated his commitment to making Nigeria work for everybody, assuring his government would do things differently.

Obi made reference to how the Philippines, Vietnam, India and China, with their huge population, succeeded in ensuring food and human security, saying: “I will make Sambisa Forest an Agric village and also explore the tourism sector and address the spate of insecurity.”

In his response, Adams pointed out that the visit was not an endorsement but a show of respect to the revered stool that had been in existence since 1587.

The Aare said by virtue of his title as well as leadership of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) and Oodua Progressives Union (OPU), he is a major player and stakeholder in the South-West and Nigeria.

Adams pointed out that Obi’s respect for the stool he occupies is a reflection of his understanding of Nigeria’s problems.

“I appreciate your gesture and respect. You gave us short notice on your visit; I appreciate the fact that you keep to time. It is a show of your passion and dedication,” he said.

He added: “Anybody that wants to be the Nigerian president should restructure the country into federating units where each region will develop at their own pace.”

He recalled that the nation’s founding fathers agreed on an enduring template of federalism based on the Independence constitution of 1960.

The Yoruba leader lamented how the military came and thwarted the polity by changing federalism to unitary system.

Stressing that Obi’s “beautiful ideas” will be difficult to implement if Nigeria is not restructured to regionalism, the Aare wished him well ahead of the February 25 presidential poll.

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Defection: Peter Obi Simply Looking For ‘Food Is Ready’ Party – Wike

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5 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe on former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his recent defection.

Speaking during a media parley on Wednesday, Wike said Obi is looking for a ‘food is ready’ political party.

The minister said, “Obi was in APGA, he couldn’t build APGA. He went to Labour, he ran away again from Labour. All he’s looking for is food is ready political party.”

Recall that Obi and Rabi’u Kwankwaso, former presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, on Sunday officially joined the NDC ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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2027: Nobody Wants Fubara – Wike

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6 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that there is widespread support for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to return in 2027.

Speaking during his monthly media parley on Wednesday in Abuja, Wike suggested that Fubara can’t claim to enjoy unanimous backing from the public.

He explained that the political crisis in Rivers State had earlier been addressed through the intervention of President Bola Tinubu, particularly during impeachment proceedings initiated against Fubara.

According to Wike, the President advised all parties to embrace peace, leading to the withdrawal of the impeachment move by the State House of Assembly after agreements were reached.

Wike, however, alleged that the governor failed to fully adhere to the terms agreed during the arbitration process.

Reacting to claims that the people were urging Fubara to seek re-election in 2027, Wike rejected the assertion, insisting that such narratives were misleading.

Wike maintained that appearing before the President for arbitration required respect for the outcome, noting that all parties were expected to uphold their commitments.

He said: “The President, intervened in the impeachment proceeding. I said withdraw, let their be peace. And the governor said, look, I’m ready for peace. Look, I’m no longer interested for this. I will not do this. The Assembly went and withdrew the impeachment.

“Having withdrawn the impeachment, he is now too smart on what you agreed before the President. It’s like when you go on arbitration.”

Wike continued, “This one is what I don’t like. Nobody wants anybody. Please, don’t tell me that. Excuse me.

You can go and tell that to the market people or children. Two years that people say he should come out. Who told you that?

“Which politician will say that I was sleeping they came and woke me? Even if people people come to wake you, can’t you say, no, I won’t do it. I’m not prepared for it.

“That you appeared before a President of the country on arbitration, the two parties on arbitration, and these people respected Mr. President, and have done their own part.”

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2027: Wike Opens Up On Preferred Rivers Guber Candidate

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6 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday said he hasn’t endorsed any candidate for the Rivers state gubernatorial election in 2027.

Wike stated this on Wednesday during his monthly media parley in Abuja.

Wike said that the endorsement will come only after a meeting by the joint coalition in the state.

He said: “I haven’t endorsed anybody. And I can’t endorse anybody until the joint coalition meets.”

DAILY POST reports that questions have been raised concerning the fate of current governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, in 2027.

The FCT Minister was reported to have endorsed former State Commissioner for Works, Alabo Dakorinama George Kelly, as his preferred candidate for the Rivers State governorship election.

Sources told DAILY POST that Wike settled for George after a closed-door meeting with key political stakeholders in Port Harcourt on Monday.